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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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From Veneto and Emilia Romagna, Wines That Emerge from the Shadows
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Inama Soave Classico ‘Vignetti di Foscarino’ - Intense yellow color, round notes of honey, chamomile and elder flowers finish with hints of sweet almonds, lemon curd, white peach and subtle acidity. Inama Bradisimo - A robust and delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere, Inama claims that these are some of the original Carmenere vines, a varietal thought to have gone extinct pretty much everywhere but Chile. Ca’ Montanari ‘Opera 02’ Lambrusco di Modena - A fizzy red from Super Tuscan hero Luca D’Attoma, this Lambrusco is lively with a beautiful choke cherry bouquet, soft tannins and refreshing acidity. Pair with Margherita pizza or Prosciutto di Parma.
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This article also appears in the March 2014 issue of John Eric Home Magazine.
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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Tonight, we're drinking adventurously with wines from Puglia and Emilia Romagna. Join us, 4-7!
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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Just a lil' ol' Sonoma #Syrah, but oh, so good.
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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All About Champagne!
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For lacy, effervescent moments, Prosecco has its special place. Sparkling Vouvray is certainly distinguished, and we recently enjoyed a superb Crémant de Bourgogne. But when talking about sparkling wine, let's be honest: There is Champagne and there is everything else.
This article also appears in the February Issue of JohnEric Magazine
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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Believe it or not, this hard-to-pronounce wine from Italy's northernmost wine region = pure joy. #altoadige #gewurztraminer
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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One word: phenomenal.
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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A spicy, flamboyantly fragrant Mascalese from one of the most exciting regions in the world: Sicily! Very bright and energetic.
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localvinedc-blog · 11 years ago
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"Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of February 21-27, 1993, as 'American Wine Appreciation Week.' I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities." 
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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New season, new sign: will you be our Valentine? #vino #laboroflove
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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If, for some reason you haven't tried South African wine, I consider this Pinotage blend a delicious introduction.
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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A great reason for Tuesdays. #workmeeting #wineoverload
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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Currently obsessed with this superb Zweigelt-Blaüfrankisch blend. Why aren't Austrian reds more popular?
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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"Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough." - Mark Twain.
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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Paso Robles: A Worthy Wine Region Finds Its Moment
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Bodegas de Edgar Paso Robles Tempranillo - A nicely soft, gentle red wine starring upfront flavors of cherries, red licorice, bacon, cola and peppery spices, folded into a silky texture.
JC Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel - Big and burly, with ripe blueberry and licorice aromas, revealing a dense backbone of tannins and acidity supporting the concentrated boysenberry, mineral and white pepper flavors.
Foxen Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir - Spicy red fruit and floral scents are complemented by notes of Asian spices and musky herbs.  A sweet vanilla note comes up with air and gives depth to sappy raspberry and rose pastille flavors.
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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localvinedc-blog · 12 years ago
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Here's what accompanied our last cheer of 2013: Grand Cru Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs. Onward to 2014!
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